Israeli Film Festival

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Writer/director Doron Benvenistis 2007 Bittersweet centers around a group of friends in Tel Aviv. Despite their apparently idyllic lives, each is actually facing a life-changing decision. Rans mother, who has Alzheimers, has asked him to help her commit suicide. Danas pregnant, but her husband isnt the father. David must decide between his gay lover or a conventional marriage. When a clairvoyant makes unsettling predictions about each of them, facades start to crack and secrets come to light. 7:30 p.m. Jewish Community Center, 5601 South Braeswood. For information, call 713-729-3200 or visit www.jcchouston.org. $7 to $9. Wed., July 15, 7:30 p.m., 2009